Kent · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Harbourland
Bring the chip shop to your wedding in Harbourland. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Barn and farm weddings
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
A chip van near Harbourland
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Harbourland
The van parks near the marquee, barn or venue, and guests drift out to queue and chat. It turns evening food into part of the celebration. We are frequently asked to cater engagement celebrations and garden and marquee receptions, with sausage and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips.
There is something special about a country wedding near Harbourland, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. Your quote spells out what’s included: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A spot near your guests
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Harbourland
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
Planners, venues and businesses
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Perfect for your wedding in Harbourland
A chip van brings a relaxed, fun feel to the evening. The hatch becomes a meeting point.
These are some of the bookings we take in Harbourland and Kent:
- Engagement celebrations
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Wedding after-parties
For guests travelling by train, Maidstone East station, about 1.3 miles south-west, is the nearest station.
Before booking anyone
- The deadline for final numbers
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- A clear list of what’s included
- VAT, if it applies
What a fish and chip van costs
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Access and parking
- The minimum booking
- How many people are eating
- Distance and any road charges
The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Rough numbers for adults and children
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
A hog roast is a classic for weddings, but it’s one dish, and some guests don’t eat pork. A van gives a choice of fish, sausage or pie. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why book with us
- Events in Harbourland and across Kent
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Classic food your guests already know
Towns and villages near Harbourland
Also in Harbourland
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Plan something for guests we can’t cater for
- Put bins near the van
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
- Talk to us about evening numbers
Remember the band, photographer and venue staff when you give us numbers.
Let the DJ or band announce when the food is ready.
Harbourland questions
How far is Harbourland from London?
Roughly 31 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
We’re gathering after a service at St Paul's Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Where will the van go at our venue?
That is up to your venue, but near the reception works best. Send us a picture of the spot.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, Kent included. Find your area.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
The menu, dish by dish
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Getting married in Harbourland?
Harbourland is about 2 miles north of Maidstone, in Kent. Wherever your wedding is in the ME14 area, we can fry fresh for your guests. Harbourland is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Harbourland to Canterbury (23 miles away).
Among the historic houses close to Harbourland are Stoneacre (3.3 miles south-east) and Leeds Castle (5 miles south-east). If your reception is at a historic house or estate, ask early about its rules on caterers and vehicles. For outdoor photos, Boxley Hills is close by. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 5 miles, there are country venues, barns and gardens nearby. Check vehicle access with the venue.
We take the van to weddings all over ME14. Other places close to Harbourland we cover include Penenden Heath (1 mile south), Foley Park (1 mile south), Grove Green (1 mile south-east), Ringlestone (1 mile west) and Sandling (1 mile west). Further out, we also take the van to Sittingbourne (9 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles west), Gravesend (12 miles north-west), Tonbridge (13 miles south-west), Faversham (15 miles east) and Northfleet (13 miles north-west).
A little further out are KIMS hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum (1.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Harbourland includes Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
- Nearby schools include Valley Park School (1.2 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The King's Arms (0.7 miles north)
Step by step
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we are there in good time before you want to eat. At midsummer, sunset in Harbourland is about 9:15pm, so the van can serve before or after your sunset photos. Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 7:00pm in late September.
- First, tell us about your wedding.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Share the timings for the day
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, use our quote form.
Read more
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch